# Staking Program

The AETHRA staking program allows token holders to deposit their AETHRA into the official staking contract and receive rewards over time. Stakers strengthen the ecosystem's stability and, in return, benefit from distributions such as:

* A share of protocol fees
* Treasury actions (e.g., discretionary buybacks)
* Compounding multipliers for longer staking periods

By staking, you contribute to the long-term growth of the ecosystem while participating in the reward structure defined by the protocol.

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## Rewards & Distribution

Choose a staking duration that fits your goals. Longer commitments currently provide higher reward multipliers:

| **Staking Period** | **Rewards Multiplier** |
| ------------------ | ---------------------- |
| 30 Days            | Standard rewards       |
| 90 Days            | **2x rewards**         |
| 180 Days           | **3x rewards**         |

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Rewards are distributed monthly and are calculated based on your share of the staking pool.\
Multipliers reflect the current emission schedule and may be adjusted by future governance or protocol updates.
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## How to Stake AETHRA

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<summary><strong>Step 1:</strong> Connect Your Wallet</summary>

Go to [AETHRA Staking App](https://staking.aethra.work/) and connect your MetaMask or any Web3-supported wallet.

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<summary><strong>Step 2:</strong> Choose a Staking Period</summary>

Select 30, 90, or 180 days, depending on your preferred reward structure.

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<summary><strong>Step 3:</strong> Approve &#x26; Stake</summary>

Approve the transaction in your wallet.

Confirm the staking amount and finalize the process.

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Once staked, your AETHRA tokens are locked, and you start earning rewards automatically.

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## Unstaking & Early Withdrawal

You can unstake at any time, but withdrawing **before 50%** **of the staking period is completed** results in a penalty on rewards:

| **Completion Percentage** | **Penalty on Rewards** |
| ------------------------- | ---------------------- |
| 0-25% completed           | 10% penalty            |
| 25-50% completed          | 5% penalty             |
| 50%+ completed            | No penalty             |

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Stake for longer durations to maximize rewards and avoid penalties.
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### Limited-Edition AETHRA NFT for Early Stakers

The first 999 stakers will receive a special limited-edition AETHRA NFT as a reward for early participation.

💎 This NFT will never be reissued, making it a one-time exclusive for our earliest supporters.

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*NFTs will be distributed once we reach the 999-staker threshold. If you’re already staking, you’re automatically eligible.*
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## Security & Transparency

Our staking contract has been fully audited by [SolidProof](https://solidproof.io/audit), ensuring maximum security and full transparency for all stakers.

&#x20;🔗 Official Audit link: [SolidProof - AETHRA](https://app.solidproof.io/projects/aethra)

🔒 With audited smart contracts and revenue-backed rewards, staking with $AETHRA is both secure and sustainable.

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## Start Staking Now!

Maximize your rewards and secure your exclusive NFT today! 🚀

👉 Go to [AETHRA Staking App ](https://staking.aethra.work/)


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